Tag: fantasy
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Something Wicked
The Tales of Minz series is narrated and edited by fictional characters. This short story is set in their whimsical world. Learn more about the series here. As a historian, I know well the danger of what happens when we forget the past. I’m obligated to remind others of that danger as well. History never truly repeats itself,…
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The End to The Tale of Rose and Ed
Hey everyone! Exciting news – the final book in The Tale of Rose and Ed series, The Knight Who Remembered, is out now! It continues right where the last book left off, wrapping up Rose and Ed’s epic journey. This series is perfect for older kids and anyone who loves a good story about friendship,…
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An Appreciation for Cozy Fantasy Stories
Hey there! This month’s newsletter is all about cozy fantasy stories, which focus on low-stakes adventures instead of epic battles. I share my love for these sorts of tales and give updates on my writing projects, including new editions and an upcoming book release. Keep an eye out for more in December!
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Trash and Treasures
In the whimsical world of Minz, we meet Ida, a ragpicker who turns garbage collection into a heartwarming adventure.
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Well-Written Villains
Welcome to my October newsletter, where I talk about well-written villains (as the post’s name suggests) and share some writing updates on second editions and a brand new book, coming soon!
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Sky Sees the Ocean
In this short story set in the whimsical world of Minz, a young Rogond named Sky goes off on an adventure to see the ocean…
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The Unexpected Hero
Hey there! In this month’s newsletter, I share some thoughts on unexpected heroes in stories, especially in fantasy. I also share some updates on my writing projects. Happy reading!
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The Great Mushroom Hunt
In the whimsical world of Minz, young Julia embarks on a mushroom hunt. Who knows what a quest for fungi can lead to…
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Appropriate Stakes in Stories
Welcome to my end-of-month newsletter! This month, I’m looking at the stakes that matter in stories—because who wants to read about a hero who’s just chilling? Regardless, I’ll look at appropriate stakes for stories and touch on some of the things I’ve got going on with my writing projects!
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Art of the Illusion
In this humorous short story from the whimsical world of Minz, discover how one struggling artist decided to leave her mark upon history: with a dramatic flourish of her paint-covered brush upon an empty canvas.
